The New England Lily Society’s annual show exhibits a wide variety of lilies grown in New England as well as beautiful flower arrangements featuring lilies. On Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19 there will be lots to see and hear.
Since 1960, the Society has presented an annual show to the community. Don’t miss this year’s colorful, showstopping blooms and opportunities to talk with lily enthusiasts who have a wealth of knowledge about growing and propagating these beautiful plants!
Every visitor, including members, must reserve entry tickets in advance. The Lily Society Show & Sale is free with general admission. Reserve your tickets now! For more details, visit https://nebg.org/shows/
Fair season in Massachusetts starts in mid-July and ramps up quickly through August. The western half of the state leads the way, with small agricultural fairs that feel more like Vermont than Boston.
July: The Westport Fair (July 15–19) near the Rhode Island border is a classic agricultural fair with oxen pulls, horse shows, and a packed midway. On the same weekend, the Hampshire County 4-H Fair (July 18) in Cummington gives families a small, welcoming introduction to the fair circuit. The month wraps with the Barnstable County Fair (July 20–25) on Cape Cod — one of the few fairs in the state where you can smell salt air from the midway — and the Hampden County 4-H Fair (July 25) on the Big E grounds.
August is peak fair month in Massachusetts. The Bolton Fair (August 14–16) in central Massachusetts is a local favorite — a traditional agricultural fair with demolition derbies, baking competitions, and a strong 4-H presence. The nearby Middlefield Fair (August 14–16) and Martha’s Vineyard Fair (August 13–16) run the same weekend, giving you options from the Berkshires to the islands.
Later in August, the Littleville Fair (August 7–9), Heath Fair (August 21–23), Westfield Fair (August 21–23), and Hardwick Fair (August 21–23) all compete for your weekend. The massive Marshfield Fair (August 21–30) runs for ten days on the South Shore and draws some of the biggest crowds in the state.
The countdown to Tucson is on, and The Botanical Society of America and its cosponsors cannot wait to see all of you at Botany2026 (August 1-5) in Tucson, Arizona.
Whether you are presenting your latest research, exploring the incredible Sonoran Desert on one of our field trips, diving into hands-on workshops, or simply reconnecting with your botanical community, this is going to be a meeting to remember.
And speaking of not wanting to miss out, the exhibitor hall has completely sold out, meaning you will have a packed floor full of exciting opportunities, resources, and conversations waiting for you.
Registration is open now!
Come for the science. Stay for the community. We will see you in Tucson.
Join Wool Works as we honor the incredible small farms, passionate breeders, and super-talented makers who bring wool (and wool-adjacent goodies!) to life. Think of it as a joyful gathering of creativity, sustainability, and fuzzy fun in the middle of summer!
Our mission? To spark your curiosity and warm your heart with the science of wool, the beauty of sustainable agriculture, and the artistry that transforms simple fibers into fabulous creations.
What to Expect: • Over 65 amazing vendors ready to dazzle you with unique finds. • Inspiring art displays and captivating presentations. • A chance to connect, learn, and fall in love with wool all over again.
Where: The Weave Shed at Greylock WORKS in North Adams, Massachusetts. When: July 18, 2026, from 10 am to 7pm
Grab Your Timed Entry Tickets: Go to https://www.wool.works/ and click the button. Feeling extra generous? Add a little more to your ticket price to sponsor Wool Works programming—every dollar helps keep the woolly magic alive! Brought to you with love by: Brooklyn General Store + Wing and a Prayer Farm
In partnership with Embrace and Everyone250, the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy is thrilled to announce the unveiling of artist Rixy’s newest work for the 2026 Dewey Square Mural following the Conservancy’s first-ever national open call for this site.
Launched in November 2025, the Open Call invited artists to apply for the 2026 Dewey Square Mural commission for thematic interpretations in dialogue with the country’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Artists were asked to reflect on the past, present, and future of Boston via expansive and inclusive storytelling that engages with themes of belonging, democracy, and the spirit of revolution in the city and and beyond.
Chosen unanimously by a panel of esteemed Boston artists, cultural leaders, and community members, Rixy’s proposal, entitled “The Midnight Ride,” responded to the call’s invitation with a fresh, inspirational and futuristic approach. Drawing upon elements of fantasy, creative worldbuilding, and a vibrant palette, Rixy’s proposal brings into dialogue parallel histories referenced in the title: the historic midnight ride undertaken by Paul Revere in 1776 and the lesser known, legendary midnight ride of a young woman named Sybil Ludington, who in 1777, is said to have ridden 44 miles through the night on horseback to alert U.S. troops of an impending attack from the British.
On Sat Jun 27, a free and open to the public reception will take place, complete with food trucks, lawn games, drinks, and so much more. For complete information on times, the work and the artist, visit https://www.rosekennedygreenway.org/rixy
The New England Daylily Society welcomes the public to a display of extraordinary daylilies, highlighting the wide variety of sizes, forms, colors, and patterns grown by daylily enthusiasts from the New England region. Every year, hybridizers introduce the latest and greatest of new cultivars, adding to the more than 88,000 already registered varieties. Mid-July is peak season for daylily bloom in our area and therefore the perfect time to showcase the best in Hemerocallis, the scientific name for daylily. Up until the morning of the show, society members don’t know which flowers they will be bringing since each bloom lasts for only one day and you can never be sure which flowers will be open. Come see the show and vote for your favorites! Sales tables will be open (cash or check only) and expert growers will be there to answer your questions. The event takes place on July 11 from 11 – 3:30 at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. For more information, and to purchase entrance tickets online, visit https://nebg.org/shows/
Plan to visit the first annual Cherry Festival at Cider Hill Farm at 45 Fern Avenue in Amesbury on Friday, July 3 from 10 – 7. Entrance to the festival is free but it does not include pick-your-own, food or drinks. Hayrides are free with purchase of picking containers or $5 per per person ages 3+ if not picking cherries.
Farm Store & Bakery – Pick up quarts of pre-picked berries, berry jams and blackberry hard cider. Look for cherry cookies, pies and gifts.
Barnyard – Feed 600 chickens (bring quarters) and visiting with the farm’s goats. Visit the bee observatory in the farm store, too!
Free Lawn Games & Cherry Selfie Station – Stay and play. Take farm photos and just relax with family and friends. Free Jam & Cider Tastings – Taste award wining cider and homemade jam. For directions and complete information visit https://www.ciderhill.com/events/1st-annual-cherry-festival
A Celebration of Art & Flowers! The Martha’s Vineyard Garden Club’s iconic ‘Blooming Art’ event will take place this year at The Old Mill in West Tisbury (690 Edgartown-West Tisbury Road) on June 19, 20, and 21. All art on display will be for sale. All funds raised during this event will benefit the Club’s Charitable initiatives. The MVGC looks forward to your attendance and your support!
The Club’s ‘Blooming Art’ event showcases creations of island artists paired with interpretive floral arrangements by our MV Garden Club members under the roof of the charming and historic Old Mill located in West Tisbury which is owned and maintained by the MV Garden Club. The Club, which is the Island’s oldest conservation organization, takes great pride in hosting this event for the enjoyment of our Island Community and visitors who attend.
A Little Background: ‘Blooming Art’ is modeled after the Boston Museum of Fine Arts ‘Art in Bloom’ show, which is an annual celebration of floral arrangements inspired by the Museum’s many masterpieces. Beginning in the early days of the MVGC Blooming Art event, The Old Mill was transformed into a gallery filled with the art of Vineyard artists displayed along with interpretive floral arrangements created by Garden Club members. All artwork is for sale and the proceeds from the ‘Blooming Art’ event, will go towards supporting the Club’s charitable initiatives, including the Garden Club’s Scholarship Fund and the Old Mill Preservation Fund.
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art will host its annual Art in Bloom event from Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14. During this three-day event, the museum will showcase up to 15 floral sculptures created by area garden clubs, professional florists, and independent floral designers. Responding to works of art on view, each designer will present an arrangement made from organic matter including seed pods, driftwood, and other natural treasures. Art in Bloom is included in the price of museum admission. Held alongside Ogunquit’s BonAire festival, this vibrant weekend highlights local creativity with a floral-inspired makers market on Friday, a cyanotype workshop, and “Behind the Blooms” designer talks on Saturday and Sunday, and a lively floral market on Sunday to finish the event weekend!
Join us on Friday, June 12 at 5:30 pm at our annual Garden Party for a special toast to the incredible Carol Woodman and John Prendergast, who have designed and maintained OMAA’s beautiful gardens for the last 30 years. Free.
The Museum is located at 543 Shore Road in Ogunquit, Maine.
Join The Harvard-Radcliffe Institute on June 17 at noon for a tour of Cooking Up Change: Women’s Agency and Community Building Through Cookbooks with the curator Erin LaBove, who will discuss each element of the exhibition. Cooking Up Change explores the history and cultural significance of community cookbooks drawn from the Schlesinger Library’s extensive collection, spanning the 19th to the 21st centuries. The collection, including more than 4,300 community cookbooks, showcases the efforts of women’s groups within a variety of organizations to raise funds for their religious, educational, and civic causes while also documenting the social and cultural history of their varied communities and culinary traditions. The exhibit is in the Lia and William Poorvu Gallery at the Library, 3 James Street in Cambridge. Free. Register at https://www.radcliffe.harvard.edu/event/2026-cooking-up-change-curator-led-tour-4
